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Get the Best Engagement Model for Your Project
With the ever-evolving IT landscape, every project comes with its own set of requirements and challenges. To address this diversity, Arbitsoft provides three distinct engagement models, allowing you to select the one that best aligns with your project’s needs. This ensures optimal efficiency in terms of time, cost, and outcomes.
Below, we break down each engagement model to help you determine which one suits your business goals best.
- Software Outsourcing
- Dedicated Teams
- Staff Augmentation
Software Outsourcing
Building software or a mobile app in-house can be expensive and time-consuming, especially when maintaining a dedicated technical team. By outsourcing the development process, businesses gain access to expert professionals who can efficiently deliver high-quality solutions. This not only reduces costs but also minimizes risks while ensuring smooth project execution.
Dedicated Teams
When companies require additional resources for long-term projects but want to avoid the overhead of full-time hiring, dedicated teams offer the perfect solution. These professionals work exclusively on your project, seamlessly integrating with your in-house team to drive consistent progress without the burden of employee retention costs.
Staff Augmentation
Sometimes, businesses need specialized skills for a limited period to meet short-term goals. Staff augmentation provides a flexible way to bring in expert talent as needed, without the challenges of recruitment or long-term commitments. This approach ensures companies can scale quickly, optimize costs, and maintain complete control over their projects.
Which Engagement Model is Right for You?
Explore how different engagement models impact project complexity, cost, and risk management, and choose the one that aligns with your business strategy.
| Criteria | Software Outsourcing | Dedicated Teams | Staff Augmentation |
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| Project Scope | Includes everything – design, development, testing, deployment | Ongoing development tasks | Specific tasks that require additional resources |
| Project Size | Medium to Large | Medium to Large | Small to Medium |
| Engagement Duration | Long-term | Long-term | Short-term / as needed |
| Your Involvement | Minimal – We manage all aspects of the project | High – You collaborate closely with the dedicated team | High – You provide direction and oversight |
| Control & Oversight | We fully control the operations and regularly update you. | We share control with you for regular input and direction. You take decisions. | You control everything. We provide you with the necessary expertise. |
| Flexibility | Moderate – Project scope is defined upfront with some flexibility for changes | High – Team structure and tasks can be adjusted as needed. | High – You can scale up or down the resources based on your needs |
| Risk & Responsibility | Low risk for the client – Arbisoft handles all project management and execution. | Medium risk for the client – Depends on the technical and managerial expertise within the client’s organization | Medium to high risk for the client – Depends on the technical and managerial expertise within the client’s organization along with the project complexity. |
| Cost Structure | Fixed – Based on the defined and locked project scope | Flexible – Based on team size, project duration, and expertise required. | Flexible – Based on the number of resources required |
| Best Suited For | SMEs that want to focus on their core business activities and need a tech partner to handle complete project development. Companies with limited in-house expertise. Companies with large and complex projects needing a complete solution (from design to deployment), and want to reduce overhead costs. | Growing companies that need full-time dedicated tech teams to continuously work on their projects and maintain them. Companies with long-term projects Companies that want direct collaboration with a team without handling the administrative and HR responsibilities. | Companies that require additional tech staff but for a short period. Companies that want to scale up their tech staff without committing to the full-time employment. Companies with in-house teams that need additional staff for specific requirements. |
You can quickly find the best engagement model by answering a few simple questions based on your preferences for control, management, and project needs.
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Frequently Answered Questions
Why should I consider outsourcing instead of hiring an in-house team?
Outsourcing allows you to access skilled professionals without the long-term costs of hiring, training, and maintaining an in-house team. It helps businesses stay flexible, reduce overhead expenses, and speed up project delivery by leveraging external expertise.
In contrast, an in-house team requires ongoing investment in salaries, office space, and infrastructure, making it a more costly and time-consuming option.
Can I still be involved in decision-making when outsourcing?
Absolutely! While the outsourcing team handles the technical work, you stay involved through regular updates, strategy discussions, and milestone approvals.
Unlike direct team management, where you handle every detail, outsourcing allows you to focus on your core business while still having a say in critical project decisions.
How can I ensure high-quality results in an outsourced project?
To maintain quality, choose a reputable outsourcing partner with a proven track record. Establish clear objectives, set measurable KPIs, and ensure proper communication throughout the project.
Unlike an in-house team that may require time for training and onboarding, outsourcing providers bring ready-to-go expertise, industry best practices, and strict quality control measures to ensure smooth and error-free project delivery.
Which types of projects are best for outsourcing?
Outsourcing is ideal for projects that require diverse expertise, such as software development, mobile app creation, or large-scale IT solutions.
If a project demands specialists in design, development, testing, and deployment, outsourcing ensures efficiency without the hassle of hiring multiple experts. On the other hand, small, ongoing maintenance tasks might be better handled by an in-house team.
Can outsourcing help my business grow faster?
Yes! Outsourcing allows you to accelerate project timelines by leveraging skilled professionals who can start working immediately. It also frees up your internal team to focus on core business strategies rather than spending time on technical execution.
By reducing hiring time, lowering operational costs, and ensuring faster project delivery, outsourcing helps businesses scale efficiently and stay competitive.
What are the biggest challenges of outsourcing, and how can they be avoided?
Some common challenges in outsourcing include communication gaps, time zone differences, and quality concerns. However, these can be avoided by choosing a reliable outsourcing partner, setting clear expectations, and maintaining regular communication through scheduled updates and progress reports.
Using project management tools, defining key performance indicators (KPIs), and establishing a structured workflow help ensure a smooth outsourcing experience.
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